A vehicle comprising a monocoque or semi-monocoque body 1 formed of a composite and forming the central body of the vehicle. A first and second externally mounted support member (200 fig. 4) distributes forces around the vehicle, wherein the first externally mounted support member is attached to the second externally mounted support member and transfers forces between the externally mounted support members. The monocoque or semi-monocoque body is provided with at least one region of additional strength, and one or more of the externally mounted support members is configured to transfer forces to this region. The body may be moulded or may comprise a combination of moulding and 3D printed parts.
A monocoque structure
2018-02-14
Patent
Elektronische Ressource
Englisch
IPC: | B62D MOTOR VEHICLES , Motorfahrzeuge |